Battery Energy Storage System Stories

KenGen unveils battery energy storage system in fresh renewable energy push
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 31, 2025

The newly installed 1.16 megawatt-hour (MWh) BESS will supply uninterrupted power to KenGen’s 52-kilowatt Modular Data Centre (MDC), a facility design...

Practical tips to maximise your smartphone's battery life when travelling
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 19, 2025

Today’s phones may be smarter, faster, and more capable than ever, but they come with a major trade-off: battery life.

Power banks: How to use and care for your portable lifeline safely
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jun 26, 2025

Counterfeit or cheap knock-offs often lack essential safety features, and reports of power banks overheating or catching fire have increased in recent...

Scientists develop Sodium-Ion battery that charges to 80 per cent in six minutes
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 30, 2025

This innovation offers a promising alternative to lithium-based batteries, leveraging the abundance and low cost of sodium to address critical challen...

Why your phone feels slow in low power mode
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 19, 2025

For the best balance, it is advised that you use low power mode when necessary, and keep your phone charged to avoid your phone slowing down.

How to maintain good battery health on your phone
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 18, 2025

If your battery health is low, your phone might feel sluggish, apps may take longer to load, and overall responsiveness is minimal.

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